Americas Rugby News

Formally created in June 2015, this website's goal is to increase media exposure of the Tier 2 rugby nations, and create a hub with a focus on the stories of rugby in the Americas - North, Central and South.

Oyonnax Offer Contract to Matías Moroni

Oyonnax have offered a contract to Matías Moroni, reports Midi Olympique. The French club are leading the Pro D2 and are favorites to win automatic promotion back to the Top 14. In looking to be competitive the club is seeking to secure players for the 2017-2018 season. Players to already have …

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Cam Pierce takes Time Out

Canadian second row Cameron Pierce has announced on Social Media that he is taking an extended break from the game due to the continuing effects of concussion. The 25-year-old, who has won three test caps, sustained a serious blow to the head early in the season and then suffered a …

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Americas Weekend Guide: Pro D2 – Week 26

The business end of the season is upon is. Nervous clubs, players and supporters can be identified at the top, bottom and in between in the Pro D2. A number of scenarios exist for both promotion and relegation. If that were not compelling enough there is added reason to follow …

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Deluca To Referee at Junior World Championship

Pablo Deluca is to referee at this year’s World Rugby Junior World Championship. The Argentine official is one of eight referees appointed to the premier u20 competition. Deluca is to join Mike Adamson (Scotland), Nic Berry (Australia), Pierre Brousset (France), Tom Foley (England), Dan Jones (Wales), Frank Murphy (Ireland), Jamie Nutbrown …

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Team of the Week

The European divisions were back in full swing on the weekend and once again it was a good week for the Jaguares in Super Rugby, so there were plenty of players to consider for this week’s selection. We don’t normally spend much time considering amateurs when the professionals are available …

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Kremer In Doubt To Face Sharks

Marcos Kremer is in doubt to face the Sharks. The Jaguares was injured in the second-half of Saturday’s round 5 Super Rugby match against the Queensland Reds. Kremer’s injury saw him immediately replaced. He has since been diagnosed as having sprained his knee. This places him in doubt for Los …

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34-man Uruguay Roster for RWC Qualifiers

Preparation is well underway for the South American Championship. This year’s edition doubles as qualification for Japan 2019. Training at the Estadio Charrúa’s High Performance Center are a 34-man Uruguay Roster. The same athletes are to compete in the upcoming RWC Qualifiers against Brazil, Chile and Paraguay. The RWC qualifiers …

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